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Social Worker Job Description

Provide individuals, families, and groups with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across UAE with 2 recent postings.

GCC postings
2
Active markets
1
Typical experience
4-5 years
In brief

A Social Worker in the GCC region requires Excel, communication, ERP, compliance, iso. Provide individuals, families, and groups with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.

Salary snapshot

Social Worker salary in the UAE

Median monthly gross in AED for a mid-level Social Worker. See the full breakdown by country and seniority.

25th percentile
13,000
Median
19,500
75th percentile
28,500
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Key responsibilities
  • 01Advocate for clients or patients to resolve crises.
  • 02Educate clients about end-of-life symptoms and options to assist them in making informed decisions.
  • 03Collaborate with other professionals to evaluate patients' medical or physical condition and to assess client needs.
  • 04Refer patient, client, or family to community resources to assist in recovery from mental or physical illness and to provide access to services such as financial assistance, legal aid, housing, job placement or education.
  • 05Utilize consultation data and social work experience to plan and coordinate client or patient care and rehabilitation, following through to ensure service efficacy.
  • 06Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress according to measurable goals described in treatment and care plan.
  • 07Identify environmental impediments to client or patient progress through interviews and review of patient records.
  • 08Counsel clients and patients in individual and group sessions to help them overcome dependencies, recover from illness, and adjust to life.
  • 09Plan discharge from care facility to home or other care facility.
  • 10Organize support groups or counsel family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting the client or patient.
  • 11Modify treatment plans to comply with changes in clients' status.
  • 12Supervise and direct other workers providing services to clients or patients.
Required qualifications
  • : keeping skills. Minimum 2
  • : 3 years of experience working in a school or child
  • : 5 years of experience working in educational or community
  • : based settings, with a focus on student support services. Proven experience in crisis intervention, case management, and trauma
  • : paced educational environment.
Preferred qualifications
  • : centered environment preferred.
  • : Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related field; Master’s degree is highly preferred. Valid professional license or certification in social work (e.g., LCSW, MSW, or equivalent). 4
Education requirements
  • : Bachelor's degree

Required skills

excelcommunicationerpcomplianceisosapReading ComprehensionActive Listening

Preferred skills

WritingSpeakingCritical ThinkingActive LearningLearning StrategiesMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessCoordinationPersuasionNegotiationInstructingService Orientation

Tools & technologies

excelerpsapteamsAdobe PageMakerAutomated clinical information systemsCalendar softwareCommand Systems ComServeCorel WordPerfect Office SuiteDatabase softwareEmail softwareGoogle MeetHealthcare common procedure coding system HCPCSInformation presentation softwareIntrado SchoolMessengerJames Frazier Associates DataStart

Hiring companies we see

  • NADIA Recruitment & Management Consultants
  • Redford Recruiters

Hired across

  • United Arab Emirates
FAQ

  • What does a Social Worker do in the GCC?

    A Social Worker in the GCC performs core duties related to Excel, communication, ERP, adapted to the regional business environment and regulatory framework.

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Social Worker?

    Typically a Bachelor's degree is required, with 4-5 years of experience in the field.

  • What is the demand for Social Worker in the GCC?

    The role is actively hired across UAE, with consistent demand from both local and multinational employers.

  • What skills are needed for a Social Worker role?

    Key skills include Excel, communication, ERP, compliance, iso, SAP, along with strong communication and teamwork abilities.

  • Do I need Arabic to work as a Social Worker in the GCC?

    Arabic language proficiency is often preferred but not always required. It depends on the employer, sector, and client-facing nature of the role.

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